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Nutritional Values

🔥500kcal
💪25gProtein
🌾45gCarbs
🥑22gFat
🌿5gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Lagman

How to order / say it
Say it Лагман — [lag-man]
Order I'll have a bowl of Lagman.
Locally Я хотел(а) бы лагман.
Say locally

A hearty noodle soup with meat and vegetables.

Why try it?

Lagman is a vivid reflection of Almaty's multicultural influences, stemming from Uyghur traditions. It signifies warmth and comfort, bringing a melange of flavors to the table.

How it tastes

This dish has a rich broth, a tang of spice, tender meat, and chewy handmade noodles. It's a comforting burst of flavors with every spoonful.

Origin & History — first documented: 1850

Originating from the Silk Road, Lagman was adopted in Almaty in the 19th century. It has since flourished with local adaptations, preserving its Xinjiang roots.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 200 g handmade noodles
  • 🥩 300 g beef
  • 🥕 1 large bell peppers
  • 🥕 2 medium tomatoes
  • 🧄 3 cloves garlic
  • 🥣 2 tbsp soy sauce

Method

  1. 1 Boil the noodles until al dente.
  2. 2 Stir-fry diced beef, garlic, peppers, and tomatoes.
  3. 3 Add the broth, cook briefly, and serve over noodles.
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